Moundsville, WV
Full City Profile · West Virginia · Marshall County County
Moundsville, WV
At a Glance
How Moundsville Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Moundsville's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Moundsville a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Moundsville residents earn a median household income of $48,590 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $31,611. The unemployment rate stands at 4.2% (17% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 682 business establishments, including 51 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Moundsville is $108,500 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $128,275. Median rent is $801/month, with 28.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 89.5 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1945.
Safety & Crime
Moundsville reports 223 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 41% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 2,061/100K.
Education
12.9% of adults in Moundsville hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below the national average). 92.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Moundsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.